Compare Internet Plans and Providers in Canberra ACT 2600

Canberra has no shortage of splendour, and no shortage of great options for internet broadband. Located at the northern end of the Australian Capital Territory, Canberra is home to Parliament House and over 400,000 residents, so it’s no wonder that the internet providers have had to make sure that their broadband service is up to scratch!

We made it simple to compare internet plans at Compare Broadband. Whether you’re in Canberra for a quick visit or planning to move here permanently. Our internet experts have compared, analysed and reviewed hundreds of internet service providers and their offered deals so that you don't have to. 

Canberra is home to all the major Australian internet providers, including Telstra, Optus, Dodo, TPG, MyRepublic, iPrimus, Belong and iiNet. To find the best deals in the market, it’s important to do your research first. Choosing the right internet plan depends on several factors, mainly speed, data allowance, and price. 

When deciding on an internet plan, make sure you ask these questions: Do you do a lot of streaming or downloading, or do you just browse? Do you have a tight budget? Is it just you in the household, or will you have a lot of housemates and/or family members who will also be needing the internet simultaneously? If you know the answers to these, you can really start to whittle down plans and providers that best serve you.

While it is easy to go with the plan which has the cheapest price tag, it may not always provide the best value. For instance, paying much less for your internet plan may also mean you’re getting a measly amount of data. Some other perks like good customer support may not be included in this type of plan as well.

Most average sized Australian households claim that a plan with 50mbps speed is sufficient for moderate internet use. However, households with one to two light users like seniors would find a basic plan of 12mbps or 25mbps enough to get communication going with their friends and family members as well as for basic entertainment like video streaming. 

If you’re trying to keep within a tight budget, Canberra has many affordable deals you can choose from. As a rule of thumb, you tend to pay more for an internet plan if that plan has more speed and data, and/or if the plan is Month to Month. If you’re comfortable locking yourself into a contract (they’re usually 6 months, 12 months or 24 months, depending on the provider) then you usually stand to save a lot of money. 

To keep your costs down, it’s best to go with a plan that has data caps. Especially if you’re not a heavy internet user, paying for unlimited data may only cost you more than what you need. Check on your last internet bill to get an idea of how much data you actually consumed for the past months.

Another way to cut costs is to go with plans with BYO modem option. Some providers might ask that you pay extra for your modem which can cost between $50-$400. While some ISPs do offer the modem for free if you choose a contract program of 6 months or more, it may not be ideal especially if you’re only staying in Canberra for a few months.

Call us up at Compare Broadband and we’ll help you find the right internet plan for your home at a fraction of your time. 

The NBN or National Broadband Network is a government-owned, national wholesale open-access network. The network aims to provide Aussies with faster, more reliable internet services.

While the NBN rollout has mostly been completed, there are still areas that are not yet connected. To check if your area has been upgraded to NBN, just type your address in our search tool above or call our experts. We have gathered the latest information about the NBN rollout and the best value NBN plans available in your area.

Most Canberra residents have seen great improvement in their internet speed since the NBN rollout. To manage expectations though, you have to check what type of connection is available in your area first. While NBN promises faster speeds, they’ve kept some of the old copper wires as part of their connection to cut costs. This means a slower connection as copper cannot transmit signals as fast as fibre optics.

Unfortunately, you cannot choose what type of connection you can avail. To get the most out of your money, we can help you find the best value plans and deals in your area. 

We’ve collected the most popular NBN plans from our database below.

Popular NBN Plans

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For many Canberra residents, fast internet is very much a priority. It’s fortunate then that a lot of Canberra internet providers are able to keep up with the demand. Whether you need a fast internet connection for your online activities or work, finding the fastest internet plans shouldn’t be a struggle.

Since the NBN rollout, most Australians have had access to Ultrafast internet reaching peak speeds at 250mbps or 1000mbps. However, your internet speed still depends on the type of technology available in your area. To check if your area is eligible for ultra-fast connectivity, best to call us at Compare Broadband.

Fastest Internet Plans in Canberra

Internet Providers	Internet Plan	Speed Tier
	NBN Unlimited Belong Premium broadband plan on the NBN™	100Mbps	See Belong Internet Plans
	NBN Premium Speed (nbn100) Unlimited Dodo broadband plan	100Mbps	See Dodo Internet Plans
	NBN The 250 (nbn250) Uniti Wireless NBN™ Broadband Plan	250Mbps	See Uniti Wireless Internet Plans
	NBN Unlimited Power House nbn™ Aussie Broadband plan - Home Ultrafast Speed	1000Mbps	See Aussie Broadband Internet Plans
	NBN Optus Family Internet Ultimate Bundle Plan	100Mbps	See Optus Internet Plans

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5G is the next big thing for wireless broadband in Canberra (and everywhere else), both on your phone and in your home. The next evolutionary step after 4G, 5G is a cellular technology so fast that at peak performance, you’ll be able to get download speeds as quick as 20Gbps. 5G is expected to be so popular that it might even prove a threat to the NBN, and while it’s meant to be ubiquitous by the end of 2020, right now, 5G coverage is pretty scattered. Fortunately, the 5G Canberra rollout is well underway, so there is increasingly ample 5G coverage in Canberra. At the time of writing, you’ll be able to find Canberra 5G coverage in select areas of Lyneham, Braddon, Fyshwick, Belconnen and Calwell.

If you need more information on Canberra NBN, Canberra ADSL2+, Canberra 5G, or anything broadband-related at all - don’t hesitate to get in touch with us! We’re a free broadband comparison service for all Australian homes, we’ve been independently rated 5 stars by our customers, and we have a Trust Pilot score of 4.8 out of 5. To find the best plans and providers in your area, enter your postcode or suburb into our free broadband search engine at the top of this page, or simply call one of our friendly and helpful broadband consultants directly on 1300 213 295.